About - Hearts & Hammers Foundation
About us

Built by neighbors, for neighbors.

Hearts & Hammers is a Colorado Springs 501(c)(3) nonprofit restoring safety, stability and dignity to families through essential home repairs.

Our story

Why Hearts & Hammers exists

The Hearts & Hammers Foundation was created to meet a very real and growing need in our community. Colorado’s climate, with hail, high winds and seasonal extremes, takes a serious toll on homes. At the same time, rising insurance costs, higher deductibles and the overall cost of living have left many families choosing between fixing their home and covering everyday expenses.

Too many families are living in homes that need critical repairs, with no clear path forward. That’s where Hearts & Hammers steps in.

Through the support of generous partners and community members, the people of Petrali Roofing created this foundation to help families in need. Roofing remains a core part of the mission, including our annual Roof Giveaway, and our focus continues to grow to meet a wider range of needs within the home.

What we restore

More than a roof

Safety

A sound roof protects everything underneath it. Critical repairs keep families safe through Colorado’s hail, wind and winter.

Stability

An unexpected repair shouldn’t force a family to choose between their home and their bills. We help remove that impossible choice.

Dignity

Every family is treated with care and respect, and every home and situation is evaluated thoughtfully and personally.

How it works

How recipients are chosen

The annual Roof Giveaway follows a careful, personal process so help goes where it’s needed most.

Apply or nominate

Each year, nominations open to the public. Apply for your own home or nominate someone you know who needs help.

Roof inspection

Every eligible home receives a roof inspection so our team understands the real condition and the real need.

Careful selection

Each situation is evaluated through a thoughtful, intentional vetting process. The recipient is notified by phone.

A new roof goes on

Local contractors and suppliers donate time and materials, and a brand-new roof is installed for the family.

Legal name
Hearts and Hammers Foundation
Status
501(c)(3) public charity
Roof Giveaway
Every year since 2020
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO
A registered 501(c)(3)

A community effort, start to finish

This work is only possible because local contractors, suppliers and supporters donate time, materials and resources. Together, we restore not just homes, but peace of mind for families across the Pikes Peak region.

Join us

Help restore the next home.

Give, volunteer, or nominate a neighbor when entries open next spring.